Lawrence Alfred (Buck) Gohagan Sr.

January 14, 2013

Lawrence Alfred (Buck) Gohagan Sr., born March 17, 1934, died from complications of COPD  on January 13, 2012.

Buck is a Navy veteran who participated in atomic bomb testing at the Bikini Islands.  Under Gov. John Patterson, Buck was one of the first water safety patrolmen for the State of Alabama Department of Conservation. His passion for flight began at Atmore Flying Service; he later became the owner/operator of AAA Flying.

He was an avid fisherman, until his health prevented him from going.  He loved the Forever Wild lands; a tribute from his son Eric – “To all the men and women who fish and have kids, take them fishing.  Teach them respect for others and teach them to have the morals of the old times.  The world lost another great fisherman.  I knew him my whole life.  I look back and wish that I would have learned more of the hot spots he knew.  But we will continue to tell all the great stories he told us to our children.  Take in all the fresh air and fill your lungs up every day with Heaven’s air and catch a big one up there for us!”

He was preceded in death by son, Michael Alfred Gohagan and an infant son, by his parents Argene and Della Mae Parker Gohagan, brother William Harold Gohagan.

Buck is survived by his wife of 44 years, Regina Bailey Gohagan; daughter Belinda Kay (Joe Frank) Wooten, Lawrence Gohagan Jr. Larry (Kambi) Gohagan, Charles Eric (Teresa) Gohagan, Emily Marie (Jeff) DeRidder, Kristen Elizabeth (Michael) Branch; grandchildren, Chad Wooten, Brad Wooten, Shane McGhee, Kyla Gilman, Carlee Gohagan, Cayla Gohagan, Christina Gohagan, Kenzie Gohagan, Haley Hadley, Codey Hadley, Micheal Fox, Nikki DeRidder, Samantha DeRidder, Amy Branch, Bailey Bass, Sarah Branch, and Jaxson Branch; great-grandchildren Casey Lane Wooten, Cade Wooten, Daylon Wooten, Raylee Wooten, Brandy Wooten, Kelton Wooten, Brooke McGhee, and Trey McGhee; sisters, Dorothy Jean (Joe) Bolton and Sibyl (Farrell) Brown;  numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and best friend and neighbor Gary Helton.

Active pallbearers will be Chad Wooten, Trey McGhee, Andrew Bell, Codey Hadley, Micheal Fox and Bailey Bass.

Honorary pallbearer will be  Casey Lane Wooten.

Visitation will be from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be at 3:30 pm on January 15, 2013, at McCullough Cemetery with Bro. Byrd Mapoles and Elder Marion Johnson officiating.  Military flag honors provided by Veterans of Foreign Wars. Special music provided by Buck’s friends Wayne and Cornelia Presley.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Gideon Bible ministry or to the family.

Comments

5 Responses to “Lawrence Alfred (Buck) Gohagan Sr.”

  1. Carole McGhee on January 15th, 2013 8:40 pm

    Regina,

    I just found out about Buck today. I am so sorry for your loss. He and Plugy always had a good time together. My prayers are with you and your family.

    May God keep you enfolded in his precious arms with peace and comfort.

    MY Love,

    Carole

  2. Regina McCants on January 15th, 2013 3:22 pm

    To Mr. Lawrence Alfred Gohagen Families

    Your entire family are in our prayers today for Jehovah God’s comfort
    and for days to come in Jesus’ name!
    We extend our deepest sympathy to you!
    Sincerely,
    Regina McCants
    Mother/ Baby at USA Children & Women Hospital in Mobile, Al.

  3. Robin Barrows on January 15th, 2013 2:40 pm

    Eric,Teresa and family,
    We will be praying for strength and love to surround your family. It sounds like he was a wonderful father. You are truely blessed. If you need anything please do not hesitate to ask.
    Your church family
    Robin and Stephen Barrows and girls

  4. Millard Peacock on January 15th, 2013 8:45 am

    When I think of Buck, I think of his Grandpa and wife on the Parker’s side. It was Uncle Shug Parker. They were the two most sweetest persons a person could ever meet. I stayed with them a lot. I believe Buck shared their spirit thru out his life. He suffered a lot just trying everyday to breath. Sometimes words are just not enought to convey ones feelings. Going to miss Buck.

  5. Beverly Myers on January 15th, 2013 6:43 am

    We love you all so much!! Wish we could be there with you! Our thoughts and prayers will be there!

    Doug & Beverly Bailey

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries